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prudent

[prood-nt] / ˈprud nt /


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But even before the latest story, Bass’s Palisades report card was one that a prudent person might have fed to the dog.

From Los Angeles Times

While Pfizer continued to pay a dividend in 2025, it did not undertake any share repurchases, in line with its plan to pay off debt "in a prudent manner," the company said.

From Barron's

The prudent approach for business leaders would be to maintain optionality.

From Barron's

But with the uncertainty and circularity of AI deals being what they are, boosting the company’s equity cushion seems prudent.

From The Wall Street Journal

A healthy, prudent pullback could go a long way toward setting a foundation for more gains.

From Barron's